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Assistant professor in history and Indigenous studies Cody Groat talks Vatican artifacts
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Cody Groat is Mohawk and an assistant professor in the history and Indigenous studies program at Western University in London, Ontario. He talks with APTN’s Creeson Agecoutay about the Indigenous artifacts coming into Canada from the Vatican.
The Vatican returns sacred artifacts held for a century to their Indigenous owners
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Cody Groat, Assistant Professor of History and Indigenous Studies told CNN that, “it’s highly contestable that this was the meaningful ‘gifting’ of items”.
Is Russia interested in lasting peace between it and Ukraine? A historian weighs in
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History professor Oleksa Drachewych analyzes the latest updates in Russia-Ukraine peace talks.
Court approves Hudson's Bay plan to auction its royal charter; $18M bid expected
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History and Indigenous Studies professor Cody Groat offers expert insight in a Canadian Press story after courts approved Hudson’s Bay’s plan to auction its historic royal charter, with an $18M bid expected.
High School History Day 2025: Delete Search History?
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More than 300 high school students from across Southwestern Ontario filled the Social Science Centre at Western University on Thursday, November 6, 2025, for High School History Day—a day that proved history is very much alive, relevant, and worth defending.
These WW I amputees hiked from Alberta to Ontario on crutches a century ago
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But unlike Fox, Hincks and McDougall have been, by and large, forgotten by history — until historian Eric Story came across their names in an old military magazine and decided to share their incredible feat.
Reflecting on reconciliation
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Indigenous studies and history professor Cody Groat reflects on the legacy of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, highlighting progress toward its 94 Calls to Action and the gaps that remain.
American historian who sleeps in slave dwellings brings project to London
American historian who sleeps in slave dwellings brings project to London. Joseph McGill Jr. is in London to share lessons from “sleeping with the ancestors.”
Is the war in Ukraine nearing an end?
History Professor Oleksa Drachewych joins Andrew Brown to share his view on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Washington for high-stakes talks with Donald Trump and European leaders.
What did Trump accomplish in his summit with Putin?
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Professor Dyczok comments on U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin concluding their summit in Alaska without a deal to end the war in Ukraine. Trump said there would be 'no deal until there is a deal.'
Is There Any Hope for Peace From Trump’s Meeting with Putin?
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History Professor Oleksa Drachewych joins CTV Your Morning host Lindsey Deluce to discuss what U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin each want out of their August 15 meeting in Alaska and if there is any hope of it resulting in peace for Ukraine.
Ontario's Halton Region shutting down heritage division, getting rid of 30,000-item historical collection
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History Professor Michelle Hamilton speaks on the risks associated with Halton Region shutting down of the heritage division, raising concerns regarding the fate of a 30,000-item historical collection.
NATO and its current role on the world stage
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History Professor Oleksa Drachewych joined host Saroja Coelho to answer questions about NATO and its current role on the world stage.
Western announces new Generative AI Teaching Fellows
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History Professor William Turkel has been announced as one of the three first-ever Western Generative AI Teaching Fellows, a new program that seeks to cultivate innovative projects and enhance the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching and learning across campus. He will begin his two-year term in July 1, time during which he plans to create five open-access, customizable teaching modules to prepare students for future work alongside AI.
You can't rewrite history to suite a political agenda via The Hartford Courant
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History professor Jeffery Vacante argues in a Hartford Courant op-ed that the U.S. administration’s push to reinstate removed monuments and statues is an attempt to reshape the historical narrative for political ends. “You can’t rewrite history to suit a political agenda.”
Quebec won’t appeal court ruling blocking 33% tuition hike for out-of-province students
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Quebec won’t appeal the court ruling blocking its proposed tuition hike for out-of-province students. History professor Jeffery Vacante shared his insights with the Montreal Gazette on what this means for the province’s education policy.
Indigenous Leaders Meet With King Charles
History and Indigenous Studies professor Cody Groat joined CTV Your Morning to discuss the significance of King Charles changing his itinerary to meet with three Indigenous leaders ahead of the throne speech.
Notman Photographic Archives receives UNESCO Memory of the World Register distinction
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The Notman Photographic Archives, a collection of photographs described as a Canadian treasure, have been inscribed into UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. Cody Groat, a Western University professor and Chair of the Canadian commission for the UNESCO Memory of the World advisory committee, said the designation is granted to the most significant archival or documentary heritage collections in the world.
Russia skips out on peace talks with Ukraine
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It was hoped that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy would take part in peace talks Thursday in Turkey with Russian President Vladimir Putin. But while Zelenskyy is there, Putin isn't, with Moscow instead sending a delegation of low-level officials. Western History Assistant Professor Oleksa Drachewych joined London Morning to share his take on what happens now.
Three Indigenous MPs appointed to cabinet - what will this mean for Indigenous peoples?
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Mark Carney unveiled his first cabinet as elected prime minister on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. History and Indigenous Studies Assistant Professor Cody Groat speaks on what the appointment of three Indigenous MPs will mean for Indigenous peoples across Canada.
Monument in London, Ont., honours Canadians who served in WWII's Battle of the Atlantic
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HMCS Prevost hosting unveiling Sunday for 80th anniversary of war's longest battle. Professor Jonathan Vance is cited speaking on the importance of the Battle of the Atlantic.
Court victory for McGill and Concordia not as sweeping as it might appear
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A court decision last week “is a less resounding victory for McGill and Concordia than one might assume,” writes Assistant Professor Jeffery Vacante. “By focusing on the (Quebec) government’s failure to provide sufficiently compelling evidence to back up its policies, rather than dealing with the claim that the policies violated the Quebec and Canadian Charter of Rights, Judge Éric Dufour has in effect upheld the underlying premise of the Quebec government’s policies.”
Hudson's Bay artifacts, including royal charter, can go up for auction, court rules
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Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs has asked for halt to auction of items that may have 'profound' significance. Assistant Professor Cody Groat weighs in on the significance of the 1670 royal charter.
Grand chief requests halt to auction of Hudson's Bay items linked to First Nations
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News segment with Assistant Professor Cody Groat. Even as Hudson’s Bay was granted court permission to auction off 1,700 pieces of art and more than 2,700 artifacts, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is requesting a halt to the sale of items that may belong to or be linked with First Nations people.
Hudson's Bay looks to auction 1670 royal charter
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Hudson's Bay Co, has asked a court to allow it to put the royal charter that launched the company 355 years ago on the auction block, along with its trove of art and historical artifacts. Cody Groat, a history professor at Western University in London, Ont., says this would be a mistake because of its 'political and cultural' significance.
Can Trump Broker Peace Between Putin and Ukraine?
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Is It Time for a European SACEUR in NATO?
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Dr. Vivian McAlister's newest opinion article for the Geopolitical Monitor.
Roger L. Emerson (1934 - 2025)
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3 years of war: Experts weigh in on the challenges of finding peace in Ukraine
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Why justice for Ukraine must be at the forefront of peace negotiations
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Assistant Professor Oleksa Drachewych writes for The Conversation on the need for justice for Ukraine at the forefront of peace negotiations.
Russia must be held accountable for war crimes if there is to be ‘enduring peace’ with Ukraine
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Opinion piece by Assistant Professor Oleksa Drachewych for the Toronto Star.
Uncovering a family mystery
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How a woman's genealogical search led her to a potter's field in Canada
Olivia Holland, MA student, recipient of Western Libraries award for outstanding research
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Inauguration Hostages: Carter, Trump, and the Ghosts of 1980
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